~ Please join us ~
Northwest Youth Corps
OutDoor School
Parent / Guardian Open House
When: Thursday, January 12th, 2012, 5:00 - 7:30pm
Where: Northwest Youth Corps OutDoor School, 2621 Augusta Street, Eugene, Oregon
Why: This is an opportunity for you to see the school, meet with OutDoor High School teachers (see all their smiling faces above), and learn about your students' activities and performance inside the classroom and outside during field education.
We will offer light snacks and cake to celebrate our OutDoor High School students! Students who are accompanied by parents / guardians are welcome to attend.
We hope you see you!
IN THE NEWS
January 7, 2011
Federal Stimulus Funds Lift
OutDoor Oregon Youth Job Program
An innovative statewide program that gives summer jobs to young people and helps maintain public outdoor spaces is so successful that it is no longer dependent on federal stimulus money. Click Here for the Full Story
PAST EVENTS
~ Please join us for a sneak preview of our renovations ~
Open House
at
Northwest Youth Corps
Thursday, November 17th, 5:30 - 7pm
This past summer while nearly 1,000 NYC teens were working hard throughout the Northwest, major changes were taking place at our campus including adding ADA accessible entry, energy efficient upgrades, and major interior renovations. Join us for a Meet and Greet on Nov. 17th and take a tour led by NYC staff, enter to win fun raffle prizes, and more!
Please let us know if you can make it, (541) 349-5055.
Directions to our headquarters can be found here.
Bicycle Movie Night
Saturday, November 19th
Doors open at 7pm, Movie at 8pm
The Greater Oakridge Area Trail Stewards & Disciples of Dirt partner with the Northwest Youth Corps, Ninkasi Brewing and local retailers to bring you "Women of Dirt". Women Of Dirt is a unique look into the world of Downhill Racing, Dirt Jumping and Freeriding. This film looks through the eyes of the wondrous women that have helped grow the sport of Gravity Mountain Biking with their strength and courage.
When: Saturday, November 19, Doors open at 7PM, Movie at 8:00
Why: A benefit for trails
How Much: Suggested Donation $10 at the door
Where: Northwest Youth Corps Auditorium
2621 Augusta Street
Eugene, OR 97403
Play In The Rain Day
Join us at the Mount Pisgah Aboretum for Free Family Fun
November 12th from 10am to 3pm
A great opportunity for those looking for something fun to do with their family on a rainy, or perhaps even sunny Saturday in November. You can visit Mount Pisgah Arboretum for our community's 4rd annual Play in the Rain Day on Saturday, November 12th, from 10 am to 3 pm.
The day's activities will include tree-climbing, horses, nature crafts, hikes, hay rides, campfire cookery, a visit from Smokey Bear, native plants, archery, a bicycle obstacle course, and more! Parking and all activities, including campfire food, are FREE!
For more information, call Liz Karas at 541-349-5055, ext. 201, or Peg Douthit-Jackson at 541-747-1504 or visit
www.youthinnature.org
NYC is the lead organizer for the event and we would love to have our NYC family join us!
Make a Difference Day
Saturday, October 22nd, 9am-12pm
Cemetery Park is in Grave need of a makeover!
Come volunteer and help beautify Cemetery Park with Northwest Youth Corps during our Ghoulish Make a Difference Day. Lend a hand clearing out brush and overgrowth, or help paint picnic tables.
Trick-or-Treats: bagels, coffee and juice will be provided for all volunteers! Cemetery Park is on C Steet in Springfield. From Eugene, take Franklin Blvd over the Willamette River. Turn right on 2nd Street and then left on C Street.
For more information, please call Kendra Henry at 541-349-5055
NORTHWEST YOUTH CORPS JOINED FORCES WITH CYCLE OREGON
OUTDOOR OREGON SUPPORT CREW
Northwest Youth Corps has joined forces with Cycle Oregon again this year to provide an exciting opportunity for youth! 40 teens completed this 3 week session that included BOTH conservation work and helping Cycle Oregon during its Week Long Ride!
Saturday, July 23rd
Join Abby Wellumson, our OutDoor Oregon Program Manager, at the Fiala Farms Benefit - Bridging Communities through Arts & Agriculture. Learn about the White Oak Savanna restoration, explore this working farm, meet local artists, and enter the raffle to win great prizes!
10am - 2pm
Fiala Farms, West Linn
Northwest Youth Corps and the Great American Backyard Campout!
Saturday, June 25
10am - 3pm
On June 25th thousands of people across the US will be camping out in their backyards or local parks as part of the Great American Backyard Campout. Join REI, the National Wildlife Federation, Northwest Youth Corps, Rewild Eugene, and Friends of Buford Park at Mt Pisgah for presentations, hikes, games, snacks and more!
| Saturday, May 7th |
| 10am – 4pm |
Plant Sale |
| 11am – 12pm |
Gardening Workshop |
| Saturday, May 14th |
| 10am – 4pm |
Plant Sale |
| Details Here! |
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September 22nd Business After Hours was interesting, informative, delicious and fun!
UDPATE: WE WON the $100K!!!!!
Here is Team NYC accepting the $100K award at the EWEB Celebration. Thank you EVERYONE in the COMMUNITY for making this happen. This was truly a team effort! Thank you one and all for your fantastic support!
Check out some more photos and other links on our facebook page or our fan page.
